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Why in the news? Wayanad district experienced deadly landslides on July 30, killing 200 people and destroying villages. Heavy rains increased river volume, causing sediment to sweep into less steep lands. The Chaliyar river’s increased force after heavy rains in 2020 worsened the situation. source:thehindu Contributing Factors: Landslides are common in Kerala’s fragile ecological zones …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The UP Assembly passed a stricter amendment to the 2021 anti-conversion law. Aims to better protect vulnerable groups and enforce harsher penalties for forced conversions. The amendment’s legality and implementation are under scrutiny and have sparked wider legal debates. source:medium Explanation for Updating the Law The UP government aims to protect …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications. Awareness in the fields of IT Why in the News? India is at a critical juncture as it seeks to bolster its position in the global AI and semiconductor supply chain. Recent government initiatives and investments underscore the country’s ambition to become a major player, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2- Social development, Welfare of Vulnerable sections , Ageing populations, Managing our Demographic dividend Focus : The article highlights the challenges and needs of India’s ageing population, emphasizing significant gaps in access to pensions, health services, and social care. It underscores the importance of creating comprehensive policies to address these gaps and ensure the …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary—Ministries and Departments of the Government; pressure groups and formal/informal associations and their role in the Polity. Why in the news? The National Democratic Alliance’s inability to reach a comfortable electoral milestone could partly be due to its mishandling of legal issues. …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2 – Governance, GS 3 – Economic Development Context The Indian government is introducing new regulations aimed at controlling digital content creators through the Broadcasting Regulation Bill, 2024. This move is seen as a response to the growing influence of digital media, especially in shaping political opinions. The bill proposes to regulate digital …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Myanmar military’s 2021 coup has led to significant political upheaval, with resistance movements gaining strength against the military regime. Ethnic Armed Organizations (EAOs) and groups like the People’s Defence Forces (PDFs) have made considerable territorial gains, challenging the military’s control and highlighting the need for a new political framework based …
Read MoreWhy In News SEBI has proposed a series of measures to curb speculative trading in index derivatives, including futures and options, aimed at protecting investors and ensuring market stability. About the News Background:The proposals follow the Union Budget 2024-25 announcement to double the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on the futures & options (F&O) segment, effective …
Read MoreWhy In News Increasing tree cover in open ecosystems like grasslands and savannahs, often seen as positive for conservation, is actually harming these habitats. This phenomenon, known as woody encroachment, is widespread and has led to significant declines in native species, particularly grassland birds. About the News Impact on Biodiversity:Grasslands and savannahs, which cover nearly …
Read MoreWhy in News ? Kerala has announced a significant intervention in the pharmaceutical market aimed at reducing out-of-pocket expenditure on health. The state currently records the highest per capita out-of-pocket health expenditure in India. Source-TH About the News Casualties:At least 122 people have been killed and 1,597 injured after multiple landslides flattened three villages—Mundakkai, Chooralmala, …
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